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Summary: The trailhead is at the Southwest end of the parking lot. Sign in before beginning your hike at the register. Follow the obvious path as it works its way up the East side of the ridge. Just before reaching the pass you will begin to break through treeline. Be sure to look behind you as the views to the East are beautiful too. Once you reach the pass you will be able to see Mount Jackson and Grouse Mountain. Mt Jackson is frequently mistaken for Mount of the Holy Cross, but you must continue down the trail for another half mile to get a good view of Holy Cross. It will appear to your left as you hike down the trail. After Holy Cross comes into view, for an easy hike I recommend that you turn back here as the trail gets steeper and loses a lot of elevation as it descends into the valley below. Trailhead: From I-70 take exit 171 into the town of Minturn on Highway 24. 5 miles after exiting I-70 there will be a sign on the right for Tigiwon Road. (The turn is just before a couple of large switchbacks on highway 24) Follow this road to the very end for the trailhead. This road is rough, but most any passenger car can make it. Just take your time. (Lat:39.5005 Lon:-106.43304) Trail Guides for Half Moon Pass: Colorados Fourteeners by Gerry Roach (Fulcrum Publishing) Best Seasons: Fall, Spring, Summer, User Groups: Hikers, Dogs, Ranger Contact: Holy Cross Ranger District 970-827-5715 Localhikes Reporter: This hike was submitted by Joshua Friesema, who has posted 97 other hikes on this site. To visit this reporters web site, click here. Trail Reviews Submit your own review Notice: Traveling in the backcountry can be hazardous. You are responsible for informing yourself about these hazards and taking necessary precautions. Information on this web site comes from volunteer reporters and may contain errors or omissions. A current guidebook and proper equipment are essential for safe enjoyment of the hikes posted on this site. Keys: Colorado Hiking, Colorado Trails, Colorado Hikes, Eagle County Hiking, Eagle County Trails, Eagle County Hikes | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
